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Meanwhile, Sam, after six months of hard training, has maintained his strength in a class unmatched by the rest of the team.

In the recent bench press test, he achieved an astonishing 36 repetitions.

While he still falls short of Mike's 51 bench presses, Sam's strength is indeed impressive compared to the single-digit bench presses of most other bench pressers.

To have a point of reference, everyone naturally connected Sam and Mike.

George also overheard his teammates' discussion, and he was equally curious about the force of Mike's impact.

After all, collisions are the most common element in rugby.

So, during a break just before the endurance test was about to begin, Coach George asked, "Mike, Sam, would you two like to have a scrimmage?"

“I’m all set, Coach,” Sam stepped forward and replied.

Although he knew he couldn't compare to Mike, he was still somewhat unwilling to give up after undergoing rigorous training.

Moreover, combat training involves not only strength but also skill.

During those six months, Sam also underwent special skills training.

This practice match might be his best chance to beat Mike.

"I'm fine with it too." With his solid skills, Mike is not afraid of any challenge.

Moreover, rugby is a sport where skill speaks for itself.

Soon, surrounded by his teammates, Mike and Sam began their sparring drills.

The two people, who were less than a meter apart, had thick protective pads placed behind them.

"Is everything ready?" Coach George asked.

The two, who were leaning forward in preparation for a confrontation, nodded simultaneously.

Compared to Sam, whose muscles were bulging and ready to strike, Mike's half-bent figure appeared rather thin.

"Start~"

"Boom..."

With a sickening clang of protective gear clashing, a massive figure was sent flying backward through the air.

Although they had suspected it, seeing Sam being knocked away in a second still surprised the team.

Even Coach Wayne, who was in charge of recording the scores, gaped in astonishment.

Keep in mind that this was a close-range collision.

God knows how powerful the impact would be if Mike started running.

"Sam, are you alright?" Coach George was surprised for a moment and quickly ran over to check on Sam.

The enormous impact nearly sent the large creature flying out of the padding's reach.

Fortunately, he was protected by thick protective gear. Although Sam looked badly hit, he was actually not injured.

"I'm fine, Coach," Sam replied, having calmed down a bit.

Coach George was relieved to confirm that the other player was truly alright. Otherwise, injuring a player on his first day back with the team would be difficult to explain to the school.

"Go and rest for a while."

Just to be on the safe side, Coach George gave Sam the privilege of resting, and then said to the other players, "Next, we'll do the last endurance test."

The endurance test is very simple: the team members line up in a square formation and run laps at a constant speed. Those who cannot keep going can leave the formation.

More than an hour later, as the team members fell behind one by one, Mike, who was left with only one member, also stopped.

With that, the endurance test is now complete.

"I have a basic understanding of everyone's situation. I will officially announce your positions in the team tomorrow afternoon. Of course, if you have any different opinions or suggestions, you can come and give me feedback at any time..." The team is not a one-man show, so Coach George did not make any definitive statements.

Then, seeing that it was almost time, Coach George gave everyone enough time to rest and wash up.

That's all for today, dismissed!

Goodbye, Coach!

After saying goodbye to the coach, the team members walked listlessly toward the locker room.

Clearly, the previous endurance test was not easy for anyone.

Chapter 237 Grouping (Continued)

"George, how was your first day at work?" During dinner at the Cooper family's house, looking at the table full of delicious food, Connie's grandmother, in a great mood, took a moment to chat with her son-in-law.

Things are different now. With George's high salary, the Cooper family's food has improved several levels.

“That’s great!” George replied with a smile.

Having just returned to the team, he has a lot of work to do. But for George, who loves football, this busyness makes him feel fulfilled.

Being able to shine in an industry you love is a kind of luck in itself.

"You didn't see it today, Mike was behaving like a monster..." Little George, enjoying his food, couldn't help but join the conversation.

Then, looking quite proud, he showed off all of Mike's physical test results from that day.

"I knew it, Mike is the best~" Although Missy didn't quite understand how outstanding Mike's physical test results were, it didn't stop the little girl from admiring him.

The table was filled with a pleasant atmosphere as the little girl and George chattered away.

At the same time, seeing the harmonious atmosphere among his family, George felt incredibly content. In his middle age, he even had the illusion that his life was complete.

However, when he saw his eldest son's messy eating habits across the table, his good mood vanished in an instant.

"Little George, swallow your food before you speak, your saliva is almost spraying onto my face," George scolded.

As it turns out, Sheldon Jr. was right when he often said that George Jr. was an unevolved gorilla.

……

It was Tuesday afternoon.

Most of the rugby players waiting on the field for the coach to divide them into groups looked quite nervous.

"Based on your individual situations, I've already divided you into groups..." Coach George read from a notebook at the front of the line: "The offensive group consists of quarterback Aaron, running back Mike... and wide receiver George Jr..."

For high school football players at this stage, an offensive unit that can score points for the team and also get attention is naturally more popular.

So after Coach George read out the offensive team members, most of the players who were assigned to the offensive team showed happy expressions.

"Those who didn't make it into the offense shouldn't be discouraged. Remember, in a mature rugby team, the defense is just as important..."

Coach George, who had observed everyone's reactions, tried to reassure the players who hadn't been selected for the offensive team before continuing, "Next up are the defensive team members, defensive tackle Sam... linebacker Klow..."

Functionally speaking, having a competent defensive unit is indeed very important for a team.

After all, from the perspective of "relativity", preventing the opponent from scoring is actually helping the team "score".

However, high school students who are currently in their adolescence and like to show off are unlikely to accept this viewpoint.

Therefore, when Coach George finished reading out the defensive team members, many of them looked disappointed.

"Alright, that's basically the group assignment. Anyone who has any objections to this arrangement can speak up now." While soliciting everyone's opinions, Coach George also looked at Sam.

With the team's defensive lineup just beginning to take shape, the exceptionally talented Sam naturally became the absolute core of the defense.

For the team to develop harmoniously, Coach George needs to be more considerate of the other team's feelings.

Sam, on the other hand, had long anticipated becoming a member of the defensive team.

In addition, having lost to Mike in yesterday's scrimmage, and knowing that he was no match for his opponent on offense, he remained quite calm at this moment.

The others who were assigned to the defensive group, perhaps because no one was taking the lead, did not dare to ask to switch teams.

"If no one has any objections, then the group assignments are settled." After waiting a little while and seeing that no one was speaking, Coach George made the final decision and ended the topic.

Then, he began to plan for the day: "Coach Wayne, you take the offensive team to the field first to familiarize themselves with the long and short ball tactics. After I finish arranging the defensive tactics for the defensive team, we'll have a live scrimmage."

After Wayne and the offensive players left, Coach George explained the defensive tactics to the remaining defensive players.

1. Birdcage defense tactic: Similar to the long and short ball tactics on the offensive end, it is a relatively mediocre but versatile defensive tactic.

Its greatest advantage is that it can always keep abreast of the overall situation.

2. Localized defense tactics: This is a set of defensive tactics specifically designed to target the opponent's strong players. It often involves two or more players surrounding and surrounding a single opponent player.

The advantage of this tactic is obvious: it can effectively shut down the opponent's star player. However, its disadvantage is also clear: while shutting down the star player, it's easy to leave other opposing players unmarked.

Both of these defensive tactics have their own advantages and disadvantages, but they are sufficient for the current Melford defense.

After explaining the two defensive tactics in detail, Coach George quickly completed the defensive lineup arrangement based on the players' situation.

Then, Coach George, who had two defensive tactics at his disposal, approached Coach Wayne with his defensive staff.

After that, the offensive and defensive teams engaged in a long offensive and defensive battle drill.

Long and short ball tactics vs. birdcage defense tactics

"Pay attention to your positioning...keep an eye on the person in front of you..."

As the drill began, Coach George continuously adjusted the defensive team members' positions based on the actual situation on the court.

Soon, the members of the defense team also understood the key to the birdcage defense tactic: man-to-man defense.

As for the offensive team, Coach Wayne didn't give any instructions, seemingly wanting the players to play freely.

This situation quickly led to the offensive team's long and short ball tactics being transformed into a dual-core tactic without them even realizing it.

As a result, thanks to the cooperation between Mike and Aaron, the offensive team scored several touchdowns in a row.

"Boom..."

With a loud crash, as Mike once again knocked Sam, who was guarding him, away and entered the end zone with ease, Coach George frowned.

The combat exercise had escalated to this point, becoming entirely a personal show for Mike and failing to achieve its intended tactical purpose.

After that, in order to limit Mike, Coach George began to rotate his defensive players, and the tactics changed from birdcage defense to local defense.

"Bang bang... bang..."

After Mike knocked down three teammates who came to double-team him, George had no choice but to blow the whistle for a timeout.

"Mike, come down and rest for a bit."

Coach George realized that with Mike on the court, the tactical drills were completely ineffective.

But Mike can help the team score points, so you can't say he's wrong.

So if the problem can't be solved, then the people who caused the problem should be dealt with.

Therefore, in order to allow the tactics to be practiced smoothly, Coach George chose to bench Mike.

"Coach Wayne, I hope you can let all your players take turns playing to get a feel for the game later..." During the timeout, Coach George also told Wayne his request.

The advantage of dividing the team into groups is that it allows team members to focus on one position.

The advantage of doing this is that it allows the team members' skills to improve rapidly in a short period of time.

Therefore, Coach George is now trying to find the optimal team configuration through continuous trial and error, so as to finalize the players for each position as soon as possible.

Having made a guarantee to the principal, he clearly harbored considerable ambitions.

Chapter 238 The Unstoppable Running Back

Next, without Mike on the court, the defense, led by Coach George, managed to go toe-to-toe with the offense, led by Captain Aaron.

More than half an hour later, as the two groups of players continued to rotate, Coach George, who was scribbling on the sidelines, had basically finalized the list of players for each position.

"Alright, everyone, take a break!"

Having achieved his goal for the first time, Coach George stopped the game and then called out, "Aaron, Mike, come with me for a bit."

The three of them went to an empty space where no one was around.

After gesturing for the two to sit down, Coach George said in a consultative tone, "Mike's current physique and skills have reached the level of an all-star player. So I want to build an all-star offensive system. I wonder what your opinions are?"

The star player tactic is a tactic that can't really be called a tactic. Depending on the individual circumstances of the star player, this approach will develop into various different styles.

It can be said that one person is a team.

Therefore, this style of play also puts a great strain on the abilities of star players.